In this powerful episode of Journeys of Not So Ordinary People, retired Army First Sergeant Melissa Janowski joins Dr. Dave Peltz and Dr. Joe Hamlett to explore the unique challenges and depth of resiliency experienced by women, particularly in male-dominated environments like the military. Melissa shares her 24-year military journey, highlighting the tightrope women often walk between being seen as too tough or too soft in leadership. She bravely discusses the trauma of being sexually assaulted during deployment and the emotional toll of continuing to serve alongside her perpetrator. This experience fueled her post-retirement purpose: advocating for survivors through her work with the nonprofit Glass Soldier. The episode emphasizes the healing power of community, the importance of self-care, and the strength found in perseverance. Melissa’s story is a testament to the resilience required not just to survive, but to lead, heal, and lift others through some of life’s most difficult circumstances.JONSOPhttps://jonsop.comjonsopdr2@gmail.comMelissa Jankowski Executive Director LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-sue-jankowski Instagram: @glasssoldierorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlassSoldier/ Website: http://www.glasssoldier.org/ Dr. Joe Hamlett ⁠dr.joehamlett@gmail.com⁠http:/www.leading2changeconsulting.com ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoehamlett/⁠ http:/www.leading2changeconsulting.com/linkinbio/Dr. Dave Peltz ⁠PeltzCS@outlook.com⁠ ⁠https://www.PeltzConsultingServices.com/services⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-david-peltz-phd/⁠https://tinyurl.com/DrDavePeltzMusic intro & Outro provided by David T. Peltz, Owner of Peltz Tech Services, ⁠david@peltztech.com⁠Copyright © 2025 - Journeys Of Not So Ordinary People, All Rights Reserved

In the podcast episode "S4Ep164G39 Use Your Agency," the hosts, Dr. Dave Peltz and Dr. Joe Hamlett, welcome guest Jeffrey Wotherspoon a coach, facilitator, and conflict resolution specialist, to share his deeply personal and professional journey. Jeffrey discusses the concept of "using your agency," emphasizing the importance of self-determination, mindset, and personal responsibility in shaping one’s life, especially when coming from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds. Drawing from his experiences growing up in inner-city London surrounded by negative role models and limited opportunities, he explains how discovering faith, receiving key interventions, and shifting his mindset helped him break destructive cycles and build a successful career in coaching, leadership development, and conflict mediation. The episode underscores the power of authenticity, resilience, and belief in one’s own voice as tools for transformation, both personally and professionally.JONSOP https://jonsop.comjonsopdr2@gmail.com Jeffrey Wotherspoonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-wotherspoon-cfpac-ilm/www.Jeffreywotherspoon.comDr. Joe Hamlett ⁠dr.joehamlett@gmail.com⁠ http:/www.leading2changeconsulting.com ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoehamlett/⁠ http:/www.leading2changeconsulting.com/linkinbio/ Dr. Dave Peltz ⁠PeltzCS@outlook.com⁠ ⁠https://www.PeltzConsultingServices.com/services⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-david-peltz-phd/⁠ https://tinyurl.com/DrDavePeltz Music intro & Outro provided by David T. Peltz, Owner of Peltz Tech Services, ⁠david@peltztech.com⁠ Copyright © 2024 - Journeys Of Not So Ordinary People, All Rights Reserved

In this episode of The Journeys of Not So Ordinary People Podcast, hosts Dr. Joe Hamlett and Dr. Dave Peltz "Investing In Others And Yourself" features a deeply personal and inspiring conversation with guest Josh White, a fourth-generation Airman who shares his journey through military service, personal struggles, and ultimate transformation. Josh candidly discusses the impact of mentorship, the emotional weight of his experiences, and how investing in himself led to his ability to invest in others. He reflects on the challenges of military life, including personal loss, mental health struggles, and unhealthy coping mechanisms, before reaching a turning point through sobriety, personal growth, and leadership roles like running military funeral honors. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing struggles, seeking support, and embracing opportunities for growth, ultimately reinforcing that no one is alone in their journey and that helping others can be a path to healing.JONSOP https://jonsop.comjonsopdr2@gmail.com Joshua Whitehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/herofront/https://www.herofrontpodcast.com/Dr. Joe Hamlett ⁠dr.joehamlett@gmail.com⁠ http:/www.leading2changeconsulting.com ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoehamlett/⁠ http:/www.leading2changeconsulting.com/linkinbio/ Dr. Dave Peltz ⁠PeltzCS@outlook.com⁠ ⁠https://www.PeltzConsultingServices.com/services⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-david-peltz-phd/⁠ https://tinyurl.com/DrDavePeltz Music intro & Outro provided by David T. Peltz, Owner of Peltz Tech Services, ⁠david@peltztech.com⁠ Copyright © 2024 - Journeys Of Not So Ordinary People, All Rights Reserved